It's no secret that digital imaging provides photographers with an unprecedented level of control when it comes to basic retouching. But if you haven't delved into the use of Photoshop and Painter to flex your creative skills, you're selling yourself short and turning your back on big profits.

In this book, Deborah Lynn Ferro shows you how to produce effects that will elevate your images from digital photos to fine-art masterpieces. From converting portraits into sketches and watercolors, to adding digital"makeup" for a trly flawless look, she covers the techniques that can set your work apart and produce more marketable images.

Clear, step-by-step techniques with ample screen shots make it easy to get started quickly and begin producing your own works of art!

FEATURES:

*Combining the powerful effects of Photoshop and Painter to create beautiful, painterly images

*Techniques for turning photos into pencil sketches, watercolors, and more